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EPFL, the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne, is one of the most dynamic university campuses in Europe and ranks among the top 20 universities worldwide. The EPFL employs more than 6,500 people supporting the three main missions of the institutions: education, research and innovation. The EPFL campus offers an exceptional working environment at the heart of a community of more than 18,500 people, including over 14,000 students and 4,000 researchers from more than 120 different countries.

Scientist / Postdoctoral Researcher in electromechanical actuators

Mission

The Integrated Actuators Laboratory (LAI) is seeking a highly motivated scientist to join our team in tackling the exciting challenges associated with the fabrication of a smart footwear for the prevention of lower limb amputations in people with diabetes. In collaboration with Geneva University Hospitals (HUG), we are developing next-generation of orthopedic shoe, with clinical trials to evaluate our innovative off-loading technology with the ultimate goal of preventing foot ulcers and amputations. To support this effort, we are looking for a scientist who can contribute to the implementation and the control of our smart insole. 

Main duties and responsibilities

  • Use machine learning to implement adaptive control
  • Support the development of electromechanical actuators
  • Design electronics board to supply off-loading shoe
  • Run laboratory test to assess efficacy of the system
  • Participate actively to clinical tests
  • Supervise doctoral students and collaborate closely with medical team
  • Manage SNFS project activities and reporting

Profile

  • PhD (obtained no earlier than 2022) in microengineering, mechanics, electrical engineering or related fields
  • Experience in machine learning is a must
  • Strong experimental skills: prototyping, electronics design, test bench development and control
  • Motivation for multidisciplinary research and team projects
  • Self-motivated, creative and enthusiastic
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English

We offer

  • An opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects in actuations within a world-class community of engineers and scientists
  • A dynamic, multidisciplinary, international and collaborative working environment at Microcity in Neuchâtel
  • We offer a competitive salary and benefit, defined by EPFL scales and regulations 
  • EPFL is an internationally renowned engineering institution that hosts state-of-the-art experimental and computational facilities, and a rich and vibrant scientific and entrepreneurial community

Informations

Only applications submitted through the online platform are considered. You are asked to supply: 

  • A brief cover letter (pdf, up to 2 pages)

And a single PDF file including: 

  • your CV with a list of publications
  • A reasearch statement (max 3 pages)
  • Contact details for 3 referees

 

For any further information, please contact: Prof. Yves Perriard (yves.perriard@epfl.ch) or Dr Yoan Civet (yoan.civet@epfl.ch).

 

Contract Start Date : 02/01/2026 

Activity Rate : 100,00 

Contract Type: CDD

Duration: 1 year, renewable 

Reference: 1834 










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